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The Akan civilization believed that each child came from God, and so each baby was born with a special blessing. This traditional belief initiated the Ghanaian day naming system, which gives a unique name to a child born on a particular day of the week, signaling their spiritual traits. Motivated by this custom, artist Emmanuel Atiemoh Yeboah puts his talent into practice and creates this cotton batik wall art, whose stars, moon details and classic motifs in purple, yellow and red hues represent the souls born on Monday, the day of those who connect with peace.

Perfect for a dedicated yoga space, this attractive banner celebrates the health benefits and mental clarity of this traditional spiritual practice. Seven rayon flags align to depict various yoga poses, created with the traditional batik technique. The flags represent the Trikonasana, Virabhadrasana, Natarajasana, Marichyasana, Adho mukha svanasana and stiff bow yoga positions. Which are your favorites?

Traditional Javanese motifs flow in quiet harmony across a silk batik scarf. Yuni Kristina combines kotak (squares) with the elaborate parang kotak bajel (dagger or blade), once reserved for the royal courts of Surakarta and Jogyakarta.

West African artisan Samuel Ashong's original batik artwork depicts a strong group of five women titled "Debt Collectors." Often in the marketplace, friends rely upon each other to help right any wrongs they've suffered. Ashong explains the power of these women who get their point across without speaking a word: "The body language of the debt collectors is a clear indication to the debtor. They do not give any demand notice but the debt is paid in no time." In warm tones of maize, tangerine and vermilion contrasted with chestnut brown and black accents, this batik art will be a vibrant addition to any room.

Hand-painted batik flowers accent a set of four rayon face masks by Desak Nyoman Parwati. Contoured for comfort, the double-layer masks depict hibiscus blossoms on black, marigold yellow, turquoise and cherry red. They are washable and reusable, and feature elastic ear loops.

A mask to honor ancestors, this is largely known as "Festac," to commemorate the Festival of Arts and Crafts. A yearly event that began in Nigeria, the festival showcases African artistry. K. Baka presents a well-detailed rendition of the renowned mask, in hues of yellow, red, and green. To create this captivating scene, Baka works with vegetable dyes on pure cotton cloth.